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Specimen Required
Patient preparation:
1. Patient should be fasting 10 to 12 hours prior to collection of specimen.
2. Patient should not be on any antacid medication or medications that affect gastroentero-intestinal function, if possible, for at least 48 hours prior to collection.
Supplies: Z-Tube Preservative Inter Science Institute (MCL T701)
Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/Tube: Z tube (MCL T701)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Collect 10 mL of blood directly into special Z-tube and separate as soon as possible.
2. Freeze immediately after separation.
3. Send 3 mL of plasma frozen.
Reporting Name
NeurotensinSpecimen Type
Z-Tube PlasmaSpecimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Z-Tube Plasma | Frozen | 180 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
| Specimens not collected in Z-Tube | Reject |
Reference Values
50-100 pg/mL
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Thursday
Report Available
12 to 16 daysPerforming Laboratory
Inter Science InstituteTest Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Inter Science Institute. Values obtained with different methods, laboratories, or kits cannot be used interchangeably with the results on this report. The results cannot be interpreted as absolute evidence of the presence or absence of malignant disease.CPT Code Information
83519
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FNEU2 | Neurotensin | 2655-9 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FNEU2 | Neurotensin | 2655-9 |